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Dr. Reinder Nauta's R200/month health plan: Could this be South Africa’s private NHI alternative?

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As South Africa grapples with the National Health Insurance (NHI) proposal, one doctor is pioneering a private-sector alternative aimed at the millions who find medical aid too expensive. Dr. Reinder Nauta, founder of the National Healthcare Group , is building a new low-cost model targeting a price point of around R200 per month. Nauta reveals how the system works, using technology like WhatsApp and a nurse panel to triage patients before referring them to a network of 3,000 GPs.
20 Oct 2025 8AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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